Packing Associates

Paramount Extrusions Company is a high-end, tight tolerance aluminum extrusion specialist known for pushing boundaries and shaping the exceptional. Our attention to precision and relentless commitment to customer success allows us to transform the most intricate concepts into reality. With world-class expertise and our unique indirect extrusion process, Paramount enables customers to achieve their boldest ideas more cost-effectively and efficiently. From design to extrusion, and fabrication to finishing, our turnkey suite of solutions caters to the needs of any project. With skills forged by 70 years of crafting profiles that defy convention, our focus goes beyond the technical aspects of extrusion to the application’s ultimate success.

Job Summary The Packing Associate is responsible for preparing, packaging, and staging finished products for shipment in accordance with customer requirements and company procedures. This role ensures materials are properly packaged, identified, protected, and documented while supporting inventory accuracy, material traceability, and on-time customer deliveries. The Packing Associate works closely with the Logistics Supervisor and production teams to maintain safe, efficient, and organized packing operations.

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Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Report safety hazards, equipment issues, or unsafe conditions to the Logistics Supervisor.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely, including pallet jacks, forklifts, dollies, and pallet wrappers, when authorized.
• Follow company operating procedures and work instructions.

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Packing & Material Handling

• Prepare products for shipment according to customer packing specifications and company procedures.
• Review work orders and packing lists to verify correct products, quantities, and packaging requirements.
• Pull, pack, and stage customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Assemble crates, boxes, and packaging materials to properly protect products during transportation.
• Count and verify product quantities prior to shipment.
• Tag and identify materials to maintain proper product identification and material traceability.
• Ensure products are properly protected from damage, contamination, or deterioration during packing, staging, and shipment.
• Maintain packing equipment and report equipment issues to the Logistics Supervisor.

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Quality Responsibilities

• Verify labels, part numbers, product identification, and customer requirements before shipment.
• Perform routine visual inspections to identify damaged, mislabeled, or nonconforming material.
• Ensure packing activities comply with current work instructions and customer packaging requirements.
• Report damaged or nonconforming material to the Logistics Supervisor.
• Complete packing and shipping documentation accurately to support inventory accuracy and material traceability.

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Teamwork & Continuous Improvement

• Assist team members to support daily packing and shipping operations.
• Maintain effective communication with the Logistics Supervisor regarding workflow or material concerns.
• Help maintain organization and cleanliness throughout the packing area.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts that improve safety, efficiency, and packing accuracy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support warehouse and logistics operations.

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Requirements Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in packing, warehouse, manufacturing, or shipping operations preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, or the ability to become certified.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Basic knowledge of packing specifications, product identification, inventory control, and material traceability preferred.
• Ability to identify damaged or nonconforming material and report concerns promptly.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing quality systems and customer packaging requirements preferred.

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Core Competencies

• Packing Operations
• Material Handling
• Product Identification
• Material Traceability
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Organization
• Safety Awareness
• Quality Awareness
• Customer Focus
• Continuous Improvement

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Working Conditions

• Manufacturing and warehouse environment with frequent material handling activities.
• Regular interaction with Production, Warehouse, Shipping, and Logistics personnel.
• Frequent exposure to forklifts, warehouse traffic, noise, and varying environmental conditions.
• Required use of appropriate PPE while working in warehouse and production areas.

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Success Measures

• Accurate packing and shipment preparation.
• Compliance with customer packaging and labeling requirements.
• Minimal packing errors or shipping discrepancies.
• Accurate inventory transactions and shipping documentation.
• Safe handling and preservation of finished products.
• Effective support of On-Time Delivery (OTD) objectives.
• Safe work practices and adherence to company procedures.

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10 hours).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, twist, and perform repetitive packing and material handling tasks.

This represents the employer’s good faith estimate of the base pay range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on qualifications, skills, experience, and other factors permitted by law.

California pay range: $16.90 USD - $16.90 USD

Paramount Extrusions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.